He hoped he would be mentioned for it in Special Orders, and sure enough, when the Special Orders came along both he and myself, together with the little command, received complimentary mention.

This Thomas richly deserved, for he was a brave, energetic, and dashing officer.

I gave him the two war-bonnets I had taken from the Indians I shot from the back of Powder Face, asking that he present them to the daughters of General Augur, who were then visiting the Post.
Shortly after our return another expedition was organized, with the Republican River country as its destination.

It was commanded by General Duncan, a blusterer, but a jolly old fellow.

The officers who knew him well said we would have a fine time, as he was very fond of hunting.